Lamb, veal & game

Veal, ground, raw

FDC 175290oz (85 g)

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Density 46 · -26 vs Lamb, veal & game median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Veal, ground, raw is middling for nutrient density at 46 of 100. Within lamb, veal & game it ranks 51 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (37% DV). Most of its 197 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in saturated fat (5.1 g per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 18.6 g · 39%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 13.1 g · 61%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories197 kcal10%
Total fat13 g17%
Saturated fat5.1 g26%
Cholesterol49 mg16%
Sodium103 mg4%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein19 g37%
Potassium198 mg4%
Calcium12 mg1%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Magnesium31 mg7%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.49 mg3%

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FDC 175290

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein37% DV

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Versus the lamb, veal & game median

Nutrient density46 vs 72 median
Protein / 100 g19 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g103 vs 79 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Veal, rib, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 51 vs 46Veal, ground, cooked, pan-friedDensity 52 vs 46Veal, loin, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 53 vs 46

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